Tag Archives: 5K

Byrdstown’s 12th Annual 5K for St. Jude hits the road Saturday morning. Byrdstown Mayor Sam Gibson said he hopes the town can surpass the 100 participant mark. Last year, sone 97 participated, the largest number ever. Gibson said the 5K is a certified run or walk, with the option to participate in an uncertified 3K as well. “We’re just looking ... Read More »

The City of Byrdstown held its initial meeting Thursday to discuss their upcoming 5k run this Fall in benefit of St. Jude. The meeting consisted of changing the event’s date to October 22nd. Mayor Sam Gibson said the local officials changed the date in order to allow more people to participate. “Before, it was held during Fall break here at ... Read More »

Sign-ups are live for the annual Cupid’s Chase 5K, set to be on February 12th at Tennessee Tech. Community Options Inc. hosts the 5K every year at over 30 locations across the country. Cookeville Branch’s Executive Director Kristine Shirley said that the event is to raise funds for those with mental and developmental disabilities. “Say someone needs OT therapy equipment, ... Read More »

The Upper Cumberland Regional Airport has the first UC Air Fair, a two-day event in October. Aviation Event Consultant Greg Gibson said the design is to offer something beyond just aircraft. Gibson said there will be a unique take on the 5K, lit by hot air balloons and neon flights at night. “They do a formation flight through these lit ... Read More »

The 8th annual Cummins Falls Marathon is still planning to take place this year to help support the park. Park Manager Ray Cutcher said this race brings in locals and runners from across the nation every year. Cutcher said registering to run in one of the four races helps support park growth and protection, as well as a new education ... Read More »

The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office is holding a benefit Saturday to help raised money for injured Deputy Greg Green. Green has over 20 years of experience in law enforcement and is paralyzed from the chest down after falling from a ladder while working his guttering business.  Chief Deputy Jerry Jackson said this event is a chance for the community Deputy ... Read More »